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What’s Your Lingerie Style?

Jennifer Post

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About This Quiz

Lingerie can be anything from a lacy bra and underwear set to a silk teddy, to a get up with lots of cutouts and barely-there fabric. No one style works for everyone, and trends have changed over time. What used to be considered sexy and revealing is regarded as vanilla today. If you've flipped through a Victoria's Secret catalog recently, you know how revealing things can get.

But where did it all start? Lingerie was initially designed as an undergarment that was less restricting for women than a tight corset. The corset eventually turned into simple bras, but the corset style of lingerie would find its way back in style. Ooh, la la!

Women wear lingerie for many reasons, and the style they choose could depend on the reason for wearing it. Normally, it's brought into the bedroom for special occasions or to bring back the romance. But even then, each person will feel comfortable in something different. For the more modest ladies, a silk nightgown might do the trick, but for the more adventurous, they could want something much more daring.

Where do you fall on that scale? Take this quiz now, and we'll tell you your lingerie style!

Are you daring in other areas of your wardrobe?

Not really

I can be.

Totally!

More daring than I probably should be

Does your personality fit more with extroversion or introversion?

Probably introversion

I think I'm a little bit of both.

Definitely extroversion

What is beyond extroversion?

If you had to describe your style in one word, what word would you use?

Classic

Trendy

Risky

Sexy

Which season is the best one to dress for?

Fall

Winter

Spring

Summer

Have you ever worn lingerie just for you, knowing no one else would see it?

Heavens, no

One or two times

I do it often!

That sounds uncomfortable.

Which food do you most associate with romance?

Oysters

Chocolate covered strawberries

Whipped cream

All food can be romantic if you want it to be.

Do you feel like you're confident enough to shop for lingerie in an actual store?

Not right now

I'd be a little shy.

Of course!

I don't care who sees me.

Do you find yourself daydreaming about a life you don't live?

Not really

I try not to.

Every day

I'm living the life of my dreams.

How often do you wear leggings as pants?

In the fall and winter

As often as I can

Definitely never

Only if I'm staying in the house

What makes you feel the absolute best about yourself physically?

A bold red lip

A low cut shirt

Something backless

When I actually do my hair and makeup

Do you ever rely on outside validation to feel good about yourself?

Sometimes

I hate that I do.

All I need is myself.

I've never had to.

Is your body something that you try to show off or hide?

Mostly hide

Not hide, but not show off either

I like to show a little skin.

Show off usually

When you are looking for some new undergarments to wear, where are you likely to shop for them?

The mall

Online

Victoria's Secret

A small boutique

What kind of underwear do you normally wear?

Full coverage

The cheeky kind

Thongs mostly

Depends on my outfit

Would you consider yourself old fashioned?

I'd say so.

With some things

No, but that is my favorite kind of doughnut.

Definitely not

Who do you normally wear lingerie for?

Myself

My significant other

Sometimes I just wear it to bed

Whoever is going to see it

Are you the kind of person that always does things the same way all the time?

That's fair to say.

I wish I wasn't.

I always try to change it up.

Only if it works

How would you like to spruce up your current style?

Add some more color

Finally get some new stuff

It's pretty spruced up.

Maybe some new going out clothes

If your love life is feeling a little dull, what's your go-to move to reignite the flame?

Cook a sensual dinner

Do a little dance

I don't know if I can say.

Very carefully chosen words

If you want something, are you the one initiating it happening?

I'll wait for someone else to do it.

No one else is going to.

I'm the only one who knows what I really want.

I would rather initiate.

What can you be found doing on a typical Friday night?

Dinner and a movie

Hanging out with my girls

Date night!

Depends on the kind of week I had

If no one is home, do you like to hang out in your intimates?

I always have clothes on.

Maybe just a T-shirt

It's so comfortable.

Less than that

With your lingerie, do you look for style over comfort?

Both!

Definitely comfort

Feeling comfortable will make it more stylish.

I think there's a third option I'm going for.

How much are you willing to spend on a piece of nightwear?

$30

$50

As much as it takes

I've spent $100 before.

Is there any part of your body you try to hide with lingerie?

My belly

Not on purpose

Definitely not

I actively try not to hide things.

Would you wear shapewear if you were wearing a tight dress?

Probably

I might.

I don't need it.

I highly doubt it.

Are you a free spirited person?

Not really

Sometimes

I was when I was younger.

Yes, but not in a hippie way.

Has there ever been a time when not wearing underwear was the best option?

I'm not that kind of person.

A few times

Most times

Pretty much every day

Which color is the best for lingerie?

Light pink

Black

Red

Any color is the best color.

With normal undergarments, do you like your undies to match your bra?

On special occasions

If I can

I really try to.

I don't usually wear a bra.

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